Portadown Times

This August, enjoy a bumper 116-page edition of Athletics Weekly, bringing you a look ahead to all the athletics action from Paris 2024. Featuring a complete timetable along with predictions by event, on how the biggest names in the sport will perform. Get the ultimate track and field guide delivered directly to your door by ordering your copy here - https://athleticsweekly.imbmsubscriptions.com/oly24dssc/

Spitfire of the North: Alan's 86th birthday flight with FlyaSpitfire.com ✈️💥 Two entrepreneurs offer Spitfire pleasure flights for the first time in the north of England. We follow one of their customers as he celebrates his 86th birthday. https://www.shotstv.com/watch/vod/52439234 #Spitfire

Is nightlife dying a slow death?🍻❌ We’re investigating the dwindling night time economy and how factors like the cost of living crisis and Covid have changed consumer habits and left businesses on the brink. Watch the episode below or tune in on Shots TV Freeview channel 276 at 10am on Saturday, March 23 Find more exclusive episodes at Shots!: https://www.shotstv.com/

Christmas safety message: Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) firefighter Nicky Toal asked pupils at Waringstown Primary School about their safety (and Santa’s) during the Christmas festivities. NIFRS says: "This Christmas remember to check your fire alarm is working, have a clear escape route, blow out candles and ensure Santa can get down the chimney safely. As a Fire & Rescue Service we are here to support you so please put your safety first by following our winter advice on our website at www.nifrs.org ."

Ballylisk Car Sales is a leading Northern Ireland Ford Dealer. The firm has undergone a refurbishment and is celebrating more than 60 years in business

Here's a video that's bound to make you smile. In 1988, Ulster men were voted the sexiest and most romantic in Britain by “She” magazine. In this footage from Northern Ireland Screen’s Digital Film Archive, Ivan Little walked the streets of Belfast to find out what the public think. This clip is courtesy of UTV (© ITV) and was digitalised as part of the BFI’s heritage 2022 scheme. To watch more footage, visit www.digitalfilmarchive.net

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One last look at the massive Craigyhill bonfire in Larne yesterday. See our picture gallery in the comments as what could well be the world's biggest bonfire lights up the skyline last night.

Castle Hardware celebrates 40th anniversary

It's a milestone year for Castle Hardware in Portadown and to celebrate there are some great deals starting today.

There are some very grubby street signs all over Northern Ireland. Post a picture of any you come across in the comments.

Children at Busy Bees Nursery plant herbs and flowers at a community event

''You're never too young to start gardening'' These children have teamed up with Grand Union Housing Group and The Hill Group to try their hands at something new. Well done to all involved!

A rare sighting of the Northern Lights over Lincolnshire - captured at Butterwick by Boston resident Bartosz Fedkowicz

Grace Westwood leaves hospital after two-year stay

Remembering the special moment when heart transplant patient, little Grace Westwood, finally leaves the Freeman Hospital after two years <3 what a special girl!

Around 70 border collies have descended on the Rocking Horse Cafe at Rock, near Alnwick, Northumberland. Check out this ''pawsome'' video which captured the moment!

94-year-old former racer is surprised with a special bike ride from Dacorum Motorcycle Riders

Amazing! This 94-year-old former racer is surprised with a special bike ride from Dacorum Motorcycle Riders. What an incredible gesture!

The emotional moment disabled Joey Butterfield, 2, of Sheffield was able to go in the sea at Ingoldmells like his brother and sister for the very first time - thanks to a special chair hired from Beach Ability Ingoldmells.

🚲 A man living with MND has cycled Scotland's highest roads to raise money to help fight the condition. Watch this inspiring interview with Davy Zyw ...

MEA Antrim Coast Half Marathon volunteer call out

The eyes of the sporting world will be watching this fabulous event and you could play a part in helping to make it a success.

New cheetahs at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Amazing

Designer Dolls Dress Hire brings the style to Portadown

A Portadown businesswoman who spotted a gap in the market has launched her own designer dress hire business, thanks to the help of the Go For It programme in association with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council. Charlene Murdoch came up with the idea of Designer Dolls Dress Hire after buying a designer outfit for a wedding.